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hornets

The correct spelling is hornets.

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noun

Say it like: Hor-net-s

The correct spelling is hornets. A large wasp, of the genus Vespa, having a brown-and-yellow-striped body and the ability to inflict a serious sting.

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noun

  1. 1.A large wasp, of the genus Vespa, having a brown-and-yellow-striped body and the ability to inflict a serious sting.
  2. 2.A person who pesters with petty but ceaseless attacks.

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